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November 22, 2024
Any form of exercise can help rejuvenate the brain
Engaging in any form of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity helps maintain cognitive function as we age, new research suggests.
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November 21, 2024
Short-term menopausal hormone therapy may not affect cognitive function
New research suggests that short-term hormone therapy for menopause symptoms does not have long-term cognitive effects, whether harmful or beneficial.
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November 19, 2024
Sitting more than 10 hours a day may increase heart failure, death risk
Sitting for over 10 hours or more a day is significantly linked to future heart failure and cardiovascular death risk, a new study suggests.
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November 19, 2024
Could an innovative nasal spray delay Alzheimer’s by 10 years or more?
An experimental nasal spray has helped clear toxic protein buildups in the brains of mouse models of Alzheimer's. Its developers believe the spray may…
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November 18, 2024
White button mushroom extract may help slow progression of prostate cancer
After treatment with white button mushroom extract in mice and patients with prostate cancer, scientists discovered a decline in the amount of…
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November 18, 2024
Drinking regular milk tied to higher heart disease risk in women
Women who drink 4 glasses of regular milk every day have a higher risk of heart disease, a new study has found. Fermented milk products, like yogurt…
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November 17, 2024
5 ways to tell if your diet is healthy, according to experts
Experts from the World Health Organization and the Food and Agriculture Organization, as well as independent nutritionists explain what five factors…
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November 16, 2024
5 big changes to Medicare 2025 plans you should know during open enrollment
Major changes in 2025 include Medicare Advantage plans and a new $2,000 out-of-pocket max under Part D, eliminating "donut hole" coverage gap.
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November 15, 2024
Drugs like Ozempic may help lower 2nd stroke, heart attack risk
GLP-1 agonist drugs like Ozempic, and SLGT2 inhibitor drugs like Jardiance have been linked with a lower risk of a second stroke or a heart attack in…
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November 14, 2024
Cholesterol fluctuations may be a tell-tale sign of dementia
Unexplained fluctuations in cholesterol levels have been linked to dementia and cognitive decline in a recent study.
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November 14, 2024
People with kidney disease, diabetes may develop heart disease 28 years earlier
People with chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, or both of these conditions may have a higher cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk 8 to 28 years…
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November 13, 2024
Vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity
Vitamin D supplementation may help manage hypertension, particularly in older adults with overweight or obesity, a new study suggests.
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November 13, 2024
Ultra-processed foods may accelerate biological aging
People who consume a lot of ultra-processed foods experience faster rates of biological aging, a recent study has found.
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November 12, 2024
Gut bacteria may influence our stress response, a mouse study shows
The types of bacteria present in the gut could influence an individual's stress response over time, according to the findings of a recent study in…
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November 12, 2024
5 things everyone should know about menopause
In this episode of In Conversation, we look at some of the most important information everyone should have about perimenopause and menopause with our…
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November 11, 2024
Adding 5 minutes of exercise daily may help lower blood pressure
A new study found that replacing sedentary time with five minutes of daily physical activity can help lower blood pressure and control hypertension.
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November 11, 2024
Low calcium, magnesium levels tied to poorer cognitive performance
Older adults with calcium and magnesium deficiencies also had poorer cognitive performance compared to peers with adequate micronutrient levels, a…
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November 11, 2024
Exercise during 2 specific times may help further reduce colorectal cancer risk
To reduce colorectal cancer risk, being active in both the early morning and evening might provide greater benefits than overall activity, a new study…
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November 9, 2024
Classic and green Mediterranean diets may help slow brain aging
The Mediterranean diet, and in particular the Green Mediterranean diet, may promote better blood sugar management and a younger brain age, a new trial…
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November 8, 2024
Rheumatoid arthritis linked to changes in the gut microbiome in new study
Microbial diversity in the gut of people with rheumatoid arthritis is significantly reduced compared to that of the healthy individual, a new study…
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November 7, 2024
Daytime sleepiness may be a sign of higher dementia risk
Excessive daytime sleepiness could be an early sign of a pre-dementia condition called motoric cognitive risk syndrome (MCR), a study suggests.
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November 7, 2024
Could taking fish oil supplements help lower cancer risk?
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in fish oil may help prevent several types of cancer, including colon, stomach, and lung cancers, a new study suggests.
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November 6, 2024
Can a combo of “active” therapies help lower dementia risk?
A combination of two “active” therapies may help slow cognitive decline in older adults, especially those with a type of severe depression and a…
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November 5, 2024
Could eating a handful of pistachios daily help improve eye health?
Eating two ounces of unsalted pistachios daily for 12 days significantly improved the health of macular pigment optical density and improved…
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November 5, 2024
Can Ozempic and Wegovy help reduce knee osteoarthritis-related pain?
Medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, which are used to treat type 2 diabetes and boost weight loss, may also help reduce knee osteoarthritis-related…
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November 4, 2024
Weight loss may help improve several symptoms of PCOS
Weight loss interventions may help those with PCOS reduce weight, improve glycemic control and hormonal markers, a new study indicates.
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November 4, 2024
Higher zinc intake may increase endometriosis risk
Consuming higher amounts of zinc may significantly increase the risk of endometriosis compared to consuming lower amounts, a new study suggests.
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November 3, 2024
How to protect heart health at menopause: 3 experts advise
This Special Feature explains why menopause might impact cardiovascular health, and how women can maintain a healthy heart as they age.
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November 2, 2024
Vegetarian diets can protect against diabetes, cardiovascular diseases
Vegan and vegetarian diets can help keep type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases at bay, two new scientific reviews show.
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November 1, 2024
FDA-approved drug for ulcerative colitis also effective for Crohn's
Mirikizumab, a drug currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of ulcerative colitis, also sends Crohn's disease…
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November 1, 2024
Starting physical activity after dementia diagnosis may reduce death risk by 20%
People who maintain or start physical activity of any intensity after receiving a dementia diagnosis may be at a decreased risk for all-cause…
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November 1, 2024
Alzheimer’s blood tests show 'very good accuracy' in early trials
Two blood tests currently in development have shown 'very high accuracy' in detecting tell-tale signs of Alzheimer's disease, according to the…
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October 31, 2024
Mediterranean diet may lower risk of heart diseases, diabetes
Following a Mediterranean diet could help lower a person's risk of developing several cardiovascular and metabolic conditions at the same time, new…
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October 31, 2024
Ability to balance on one leg could predict neuromuscular aging, study suggests
A person’s ability to balance on one leg may be a reliable indicator of neuromuscular aging, a new study has found.
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October 30, 2024
Could some gut bacteria contribute to Alzheimer’s?
Klebsiella pneumoniae, a bacterium found in the gut, may reach the brain and affect Alzheimer's disease progression, research in mice suggests.
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October 30, 2024
ADHD drugs' impact on brain health, quality of life: What we know
One in four U.S. adults suspects they may have ADHD and drugs are a first line of treatment for this condition. But what does research say about their…
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October 29, 2024
Can just 30 minutes of exercise help prevent type 2 diabetes?
Even occasional rounds of 30-minute exercise could help lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, as well as help people with this condition better maintain…
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October 28, 2024
Early-life vitamin D deficiency may lead to autoimmune conditions
Vitamin D deficiency in early life may contribute to biological processes that raise the risk of autoimmune conditions, including type 1 diabetes, a…
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October 28, 2024
Could a pro-oxidant supplement help slow down prostate cancer progression?
A precursor of vitamin K may help slow down prostate cancer progression, a recent study conducted in mouse models of suggests.
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October 27, 2024
Parkinson’s, ADHD tied to genes that affect brain volume
Certain genes influence the volume of key brain regions, which, in turn, could play a role in the development of Parkinson's disease and ADHD, a new…
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Health News

Any form of exercise can help rejuvenate the brain

Short-term menopausal hormone therapy may not affect cognitive function

Sitting more than 10 hours a day may increase heart failure, death risk

Could an innovative nasal spray delay Alzheimer’s by 10 years or more?

White button mushroom extract may help slow progression of prostate cancer

Drinking regular milk tied to higher heart disease risk in women

5 ways to tell if your diet is healthy, according to experts

5 big changes to Medicare 2025 plans you should know during open enrollment

Drugs like Ozempic may help lower 2nd stroke, heart attack risk

Cholesterol fluctuations may be a tell-tale sign of dementia

People with kidney disease, diabetes may develop heart disease 28 years earlier

Vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity

Ultra-processed foods may accelerate biological aging

Gut bacteria may influence our stress response, a mouse study shows

5 things everyone should know about menopause

Adding 5 minutes of exercise daily may help lower blood pressure

Low calcium, magnesium levels tied to poorer cognitive performance

Exercise during 2 specific times may help further reduce colorectal cancer risk

Classic and green Mediterranean diets may help slow brain aging

Rheumatoid arthritis linked to changes in the gut microbiome in new study

Daytime sleepiness may be a sign of higher dementia risk

Could taking fish oil supplements help lower cancer risk?

Can a combo of “active” therapies help lower dementia risk?

Could eating a handful of pistachios daily help improve eye health?

Can Ozempic and Wegovy help reduce knee osteoarthritis-related pain?

Weight loss may help improve several symptoms of PCOS

Higher zinc intake may increase endometriosis risk

How to protect heart health at menopause: 3 experts advise

Vegetarian diets can protect against diabetes, cardiovascular diseases

FDA-approved drug for ulcerative colitis also effective for Crohn's

Starting physical activity after dementia diagnosis may reduce death risk by 20%

Alzheimer’s blood tests show 'very good accuracy' in early trials

Mediterranean diet may lower risk of heart diseases, diabetes

Ability to balance on one leg could predict neuromuscular aging, study suggests

Could some gut bacteria contribute to Alzheimer’s?

ADHD drugs' impact on brain health, quality of life: What we know

Can just 30 minutes of exercise help prevent type 2 diabetes?

Early-life vitamin D deficiency may lead to autoimmune conditions

Could a pro-oxidant supplement help slow down prostate cancer progression?

Parkinson’s, ADHD tied to genes that affect brain volume